Dash 06-219 [1]

5/18/06: I would like to introduce Dash. Isn't he beautiful? He is 1.5 years old, and 74 lb. of pure and simple "PUPPY". He was surrendered to the Humane Society by his owner, with the help of a neighbor who got tired of taking Dash home each time he was found running loose in the neighborhood. The neighbors took him to the Humane Society and the owners were contacted. They chose to surrender him and in turn, the Humane Society called RAGOM.

Dash spent three days with us here in Rapid City, SD before moving to his foster home in Sioux Falls, SD. In that time - I fell in LOVE, so did my husband, and so did our four dogs. Dash knows a few commands, and is so very eager to please. He gets along great with all our dogs, tolerated his bath(s) and brushing and polishing like a pro, doesn't guard his food, rode great in my mini-van and is as quiet as a big golden church mouse. He pulls like a sled dog and is VERY strong when on his leash, so he has been "acquainted" with a Gentle Leader. In time, with the help of the Gentle Leader, he will become a wonderful walker. He's a little 'over the top' enthusiastic, but not hyper. The worst thing I can say about him is that he is the messiest drinker and will leave a trail of water for 6 feet after having his fill at the water bowl. Dash is neutered, up to date on all his vaccinations, heart worm and fecal negative and he is even micro chipped. Did I mention he is beautiful?

Dash's future updates will be from his Sioux Falls, SD foster; I just wanted to get his initial story submitted along with his very first RAGOM photo shoot. He is truly as beautiful inside as he is outside, and will be a wonderful family member to some lucky approved applicant who is committed to giving him the time, training and attention he needs and deserves.

We love you Dash, and we wish you a long and happy life,

Your Western SD Foster family